Ess J, also known as James Richard Smith, brings us Donnington Days, a track driven by a steady pulse and intricate percussive textures. Skipping rhythms introduce a rich soundscape, where shimmering synths settle into place, framing a deep, resonant kick drum that anchors the track. After a brief pause, the beat drops into a smooth, captivating groove as carefully layered chords shape the journey, guiding the listener forward.
Ess J’s music captures personal moments and experiences, threading them through hip-hop beats and instrumental layers that create a unique sonic narrative. His work offers listeners a sense of time and place, evoking snapshots of memory as he blends rhythm and texture.
